Segmentation Violation in FreeType Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2022-27406

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Freetype
Status
Freetype
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 April 2022

Summary

A segmentation violation has been identified in FreeType through the function FT_Request_Size, which can lead to unexpected behavior and potential exploitation in vulnerable applications. It's critical for users of FreeType to review their usage and ensure their systems are updated to mitigate potential risks.

References

http://freetype.com
https://gitlab.freedesktop.org/freetype/freetype/-/issues...
https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-ann...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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